How to bring a big walleye onto the ice
Steve Carney
December 21, 2022
Many big walleyes are lost right at the hole because they become entangled in the transducer cable.
Fishing
Choosing between rattle and flash spoons: Which one, and when?
Joel Nelson
December 15, 2022
Often, certain fish species can be attracted to a lure or presentation based simply on their biology and what they like to eat.
Proper presentations for the spillway bite
John Tertuliani
December 15, 2022
Spillways provide an excellent opportunity for anglers to catch crappies and saugeyes. Many spillways offer public access, parking, sometimes other amenities such as tables and restrooms.
Cuffs & Collars: Field reports from Illinois Conservation Police CPOs
Staff Report
December 15, 2022
In DeKalb County, CPO Engledow was traveling down a road in a No Passing Zone when a vehicle passed his squad in the same direction.
Commentary: Walleye cheaters not pioneers when it comes to deceit
Dave Zeug
December 15, 2022
Maybe it’s happened to you, too. You hear about something that jumpstarts an old memory that’s laid dormant for years. That’s what happened to me when I read recently about the alleged cheating Lake Erie
A quick chat with Bassmaster Elite Series angler Mike Iaconelli
Dan Ladd
December 14, 2022
Pro angler has lots of irons in the fire.
Holiday reading guide: The 2022 book review
Dan Small
December 14, 2022
All year, I gather new books in anticipation of writing this review. And then I cram reading them into one or two weeks in order to offer my take on a new crop of reading
Mixed Bag: Outdoor news items from around Illinois
Staff Report
December 14, 2022
Poached 36-point rack under investigation.
Any cheating fisherman should pay high price
Steve Sarley
December 14, 2022
In his plea bargain, Michael Sullivan of Griffith, Indiana, pleaded guilty to one count of importing live fish without a permit and received 24 months court supervision and $227 in fines and court fees.
